Human Resources Business Partner

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Newark on Trent; Hybrid; GBP 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Job summary

A competitive recruitment agency is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner for a 12-month maternity cover in Newark. This full-time hybrid position involves managing employee relations and supporting TUPE transfers, alongside updating HR policies. The ideal candidate will have strong generalist HR experience at a Business Partner level and be capable of managing various HR processes in a fast-paced environment. This role offers a salary of up to £55k, reflecting the candidate's experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a generalist HR role, ideally at HR Business Partner level.
• Confident managing a varied employee relations caseload independently.
• Experience supporting TUPE processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage a range of employee relations casework including absence, disciplinaries, and grievances.
• Support and lead TUPE transfers.
• Review and update HR policies and employee handbook.

Skills

Generalist HR experience

Strong coaching skills

Managing ER caseload

Tech-savvy with HR systems

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Business Partner to join a growing, fast-paced online organisation with approximately 350 employees across the UK. This is a 12-month maternity cover role, offering the chance to work within a dynamic and commercially focused environment.

The hybrid role is based in Newark, is a full time position (37.5 hours) and is paying up to £55k DOE.

The Role

This is a broad, generalist HR Business Partner position supporting managers across the business. The role will suit someone who enjoys a varied workload and thrives in a hands‑on environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a range of employee relations casework, primarily low‑level absence, disciplinaries and grievances
• Supporting and leading on TUPE transfers
• Reviewing and updating HR policies and the employee handbook
• Coaching and advising line managers on HR policies, procedures and best practice
• Supporting wider HR initiatives and contributing to continuous improvement of HR systems and processes

The Candidate

We are looking for a confident and pragmatic HR professional who can build strong working relationships across the business.

You will

• Have proven experience in a generalist HR role, ideally at HR Business Partner level
• Be confident managing a varied ER caseload independently
• Have experience supporting TUPE processes
• Be comfortable updating and developing HR policies
• Demonstrate strong coaching skills, with the ability to guide and challenge line managers appropriately
• Be tech‑savvy, with strong HR systems experience and confidence using digital tools
• Be able to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward‑thinking organisation in a growing sector, where you can make a real impact over the course of the assignment.